Apptronik
Staff Mechanical Engineer – Upper Body Tech Lead
Austin, TX · Staff · Full-time · Posted Apr 16, 2026
- Experience
- 8 years of experience in mechanical design of complex robotic systems
- Education
- BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, or a related field.
About the job
Leads the mechanical architecture, design, integration, and verification of Apollo’s upper body, including its torso, head, and arms.
What you'll do
- Define upper-body mechanical architecture and integrate industrial design intent into functional A-surfaces.
- Lead robotic mechanism design, structural integrity, and packaging of compute, batteries, sensors, and wiring.
- Own upper-body verification testing and mentor engineers through design reviews and technical standards.
What they ask for
- Expert-level proficiency with surfacing tools in SolidWorks, NX, or Catia.
- Proven track record designing multi-axis robotic arms or high-DOF dynamic mechanisms.
- Ability to lead technical initiatives and align cross-functional stakeholders without direct reporting authority.
Nice to have
- Experience with ruggedized electronics packaging or automotive/aerospace interiors.
Tools
SolidWorks, NX, Catia, NVIDIA Jetson/SoMs, LiDAR, Depth Cameras
AI focus
Works on Apollo, an AI-powered humanoid robot; the role focuses on mechanical engineering rather than AI development.
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